Target-Specific Colorimetric Detectors
When a complete explosive detection kit is not required, ChemSee offers individual detectors for specific explosive and precursor categories. Each detector is packaged with the components needed to perform its applicable colorimetric screening procedure and interpret the visible response.
Individual formats support targeted field investigations, replenishment of existing kits, custom detection configurations, quality-control screening, mining and blasting operations, and site-remediation projects.
These individual explosive detectors support targeted screening when a full multi-detector kit is not required.
Nitro-Pen
NITRO-PEN-04
Targets: Nitro-organics and nitramines; applicable inorganic nitrates when used with the supplied Z-Pad.
Examples: TNT, PETN, RDX, HMX and ammonium nitrate (with Z-Pad).
On-The-Spot
DET-106
Targets: Inorganic nitrate residues.
Examples: Ammonium nitrate, potassium nitrate and sodium nitrate.
Verifier
VF-04
Targets: Selected flammable liquids and strong oxidizers.
Examples: Acetone, mineral spirits and hydrogen peroxide.
Gel-Ox
Targets: Strong oxidizers in gels and thick liquids.
Examples: Hydrogen-peroxide-containing viscous samples and applicable oxidizer formulations.
Acid Test
Targets: Selected strong acids used as explosive precursors.
Examples: Sulfuric and hydrochloric acid.
Chloro Tab
Targets: Chlorate salts.
Examples: Ammonium and potassium chlorate.
Perchloro Tab
Targets: Perchlorate salts.
Examples: Ammonium and potassium perchlorate.
How to Select an Individual Detector
- Target: Identify the explosive, precursor or chemical class of concern.
- Sample: Describe whether the material is a surface residue, powder, liquid, gel, solution or environmental sample.
- Purpose: Distinguish screening, investigation, process control, remediation and training requirements.
- Volume: Estimate the number of tests and whether individual detectors or a complete kit is more efficient.
Detector Training Videos
Watch the individual detectors used in applicable kit configurations. These demonstrations supplement the current product instructions and reference colors; select the detector that matches your kit and target.
Nitro-Pen
Demonstration of the Nitro-Pen detector for applicable explosive classes.
On-The-Spot
Demonstration of the On-The-Spot inorganic nitrate detector.
Verifier
Demonstration of the Verifier detector for selected flammables and oxidizers.
Acid Test
Demonstration of the Acid Test detector for selected strong-acid precursors.
Build a Targeted Detector Configuration
Send ChemSee the chemicals of concern, sample types, operating environment and expected quantity. We can recommend the appropriate individual detector, complete kit or custom combination.